Reality Bites

Close your eyes. That's right, just like that No peeking or it won't work Now, tell me, what do you see? That old fading version of me or the brand new one we created? Be honest now Tell me, which version do you really see?

It Isn’t About Me

His sigh was heavy One of those that could be felt and heard across a room Palpable with meaning But what did it mean? Resignation perhaps Or relief?

You Rang, Sir?

I have a butler No, his name isn't Jeeves That has gotten so old Let's use our imagination What shall we call him? Heeves? No no no that will make me puke Beeves... no Beavis! Don't be a butthead Hey, Butthead the Butler! I likes that! (photo from pixabay.com)

Era Of The Encyclopedia Salesman

Growing up in the 1960s, we had a set of encyclopedias that were 20 years old. That was our World Wide Web. My father insisted they were good enough for eternity when a salesman came and tried to sell him a modern set for $29.99. A lot of money in those days. I thought I …

Palpable Silence

Will you tame me Settle me down When I am angry Yelling at God when nothing makes sense Quiet my restless spirit after a night of tossing fits I just want answers God spoke to Job Why is He silent when I ask Him to answer me?

The Attorney Who Dropped Dead

I was very shocked to learn that my alter ego had recently visited an attorney. He rehearsed to me the conversation that took place in the late Mr. Brown's office. Mr. Brown: "What brings you here, sir?" Ego: "I want to sue a business." Mr. Brown: "Okay. What is the complaint?" Ego: "They have refused …